SportsRadio 94 WIP's Wing Bowl 23 Is Friday At Wells Fargo Center
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) – January 30, 2015 – SportsRadio 94WIP's Wing Bowl, which has become one of the most celebrated radio events in the world, returns to the Wells Fargo Center on Friday, January 30, 2015 at 6 a.m. The competition heats up for Wing Bowl 23 with last year's champion, Molly Schuyler, legendary WWE star Mick Foley, Nacho from the Wahlburgers, and one of the highest ranked eaters in the country, Patrick Bertoletti, all competing against the field of local eaters. Also returning this year is the college division.
Mardi Gras is the theme for Wing Bowl 23. Already known as the biggest party of the year, Wing Bowl has always been viewed as the event where Mardi Gras, New Year's Eve and the Mummers parade collide. Philadelphia Eagles Long Snapper Jon Dorenbos will act as the Commissioner of Wing Bowl 23.
This year's competition promises to be the biggest party and the prizes have a different twist. The overall winner of Wing Bowl 23 wins a 2015 Harley-Davidson FLSTF Softail Fat Boy Motorcycle courtesy of Barb`s Harley Davidson, along with $10,000 and a Wing Bowl 23 Championship ring both courtesy of Steven Singer Jewelers. For the first time ever, SportsRadio 94WIP and Steven Singer Jewelers will give $10,000 to the Overall Runner Up as well. This makes it a $20,000 grand total of cash provided by Steven Singer Jewelers.
Once again, WIP has two cars up for grabs: one for the top Local Eater and one for the top College Eater. The Wing Bowl 23 Local Winner has the chance to win a Chrysler 300 and the Collegiate Eater will win a Chrysler 200 both from Barbera`s on the Boulevard. The Wingette of the Year walks away with $5000 cash courtesy of Rumer Cosmetic Surgery and a Riviera Spas, Orchid 5 Person Hot Tub from Diamond Pools and the Best Entourage wins all inclusive Apple Vacations. PJ Whelihan's is the official supplier of wings for WIP Wing Bowl 23, their eighth consecutive year as sponsor and supplier.
WIP's Wing Bowl 23 is completely sold out. However, listeners can follow the action live on SportsRadio 94WIP, streamed live on the Internet at www.wingbowl23.com as well as through the Radio.com app on a variety of mobile devices.
Special guest eater Mick Foley, one of the WWE's biggest superstars will appear at Wing Bowl 23. Mick Foley earned the nickname 'The Hardcore Legend' for some of the most dramatic matches in sports-entertainment history. As Mankind, Foley was a 3-time WWE Champion, but is best known for his epic and brutal battle with The Undertaker in 1998's 'Hell in a Cell' match, during which he was knocked unconscious after falls both off of and through the 16 foot Cell structure. With retirement looming as a result of that physically demanding style, Foley penned his own memoir, 'Have a Nice Day', hitting number one on The New York Times best-seller list in October, 1999. Since then, Foley has published a total of ten books; four memoirs, four children's books and two novels. Foley's acting credentials include '30 Rock', 'Warren the Ape', Now and Again', 'G vs E' and 'Boy Meets World' and he was featured in the critically acclaimed documentary 'Beyond the Mat'. He's a movie producer as well, with his documentary "I Am Santa Claus," released in 2014 through Morgan Spurlock's production company. With his New York Times best sellers and successful speeches at several universities, Foley decided to take his skills to the stand-up comedy stage in 2009 and was recently inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame. Also scheduled to appear is Natalie Didonato of VH1's 'Mob Wives'.
A highlight of Wing Bowl 23 will be the National Anthem sung by National Recording Artist and Retired Navy Petty Officer First Class, Generald Wilson. Wilson most recently sang "God Bless America" for Game 1 of the 2014 World Series in Kansas City, Mo. He sang the anthem on Monday Night Football for the Philadelphia Eagles this past season.
WIP Morning Show host Angelo Cataldi, who co-founded Wing Bowl 23 years ago with radio partner Al Morganti said, "Wing Bowl has always tried to reflect the psyche of the Philadelphia sports fan, and our 23rd edition will do so with even more spirit than usual. Wrestling hero Mick Foley will inspire the crowd, anthem singer Generald Wilson will raise the roof, housewife Molly Schuyler will try to beat men three times her size again and N.J. Gov. Chris Christie's love for the Dallas Cowboys will get some very special attention. Add 100 of the sexiest women in the Delaware Valley, a Mob Wife, sports legends, and the usual pomp and pageantry of our annual celebration, and you've got a Wing Bowl that will take its place among our most memorable."
The fun will continue throughout the day at WIP's Official Wing Bowl 23 After-Party. Michael Barkann and Ike Reese will broadcast live from SugarHouse Casino, 1001 North Delaware Avenue from 10a.m.-1p.m.. Mick Foley and former Flyer Bernie Parent will appear. Great prizes will be given away throughout the show.
A portion of the proceeds from WIP's Wing Bowl 23 will benefit the Philadelphia Police Department Survivor's Fund, The Police Athletic League and other beneficiaries.
Many of the contestants in Wing Bowl 23 were selected based on their ability to complete challenging eating stunts featured during the SportsRadio 94WIP Morning Show, heard weekdays from 5:30a.m.-10:00a.m., or at on-site "Wing-Offs" held throughout Philadelphia.
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